How to Remove Lipstick Stains From a Dryer
Opening up your clothes dryer to discover a tube of lipstick went through a dry cycle, staining not just your clothing, but the inside of your dryer, can be a horrifying experience. After you remove the laundry and deal with the fabric stains, turn your attention to the dryer.
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You’ll discover the lipstick stains on the inside of your dryer can be remedied.
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Toss a load of rags in the washing machine and run through a complete wash cycle.
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Unplug the dryer from the electrical outlet.
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Spray a lubricant onto a paper towel. WD-40 will work.
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Wipe down the inside of the dryer with the lubricant-moistened paper towel, to remove the lipstick.
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Fill a bucket with hot water and a few drops of liquid dish soap.
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Dip a clean rag in the soap solution, wring out the excess water and wipe down the inside of the dryer, removing any lubricant residue.
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Throw the wet, clean rags from the washing machine into the dryer and run them through a complete dry cycle.
Things You Will Need
- Rags
- Lubricant
- Paper towel
- Bucket
- Liquid dish soap
References
- “Woman's Day Easy House-Hold Tips”; Editors of Woman's Day; 2008
- “The Queen of Clean's Complete Cleaning Guide”; Linda Cobb; 2002
Writer Bio
Ann Johnson has been a freelance writer since 1995. She previously served as the editor of a community magazine in Southern California and was also an active real-estate agent, specializing in commercial and residential properties. She has a Bachelor of Arts in communications from California State University, Fullerton.
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